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2002 Mazda Tribute When Engine Coolant Reservoir Overflows

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Owner's Manual - Page 2

Copyright © 2002 Mazda Motor Corporation 2 only) 188 197 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Refill capacities Engine data 198 203 211 213 217 224 238 244 246 Accessories Index 250 251 All rights reserved. Table of Contents Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer ...

Owner's Manual - Page 7

Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Panic Alarm System Feature Engine Coolant Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment...

Owner's Manual - Page 14

... when any door, liftgate or liftgate window is engaged. Low coolant (if equipped) Illuminates when the coolant level in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Refer to Engine oil in the coolant reservoir is low and more information on , to avoid engine damage you should allow the engine to flash have your vehicle serviced as soon as safely...

Owner's Manual - Page 16

... as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in serious burns. Instrument Cluster GAUGES CHECK FUEL CAP Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is overheating. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot, this may...

Owner's Manual - Page 133

...Driving 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON). 2. The key will not harm the engine, so the heater can be plugged in exhaust fumes. After idling for longer than ...engine speeds up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. Use of an engine...

Owner's Manual - Page 199

...Clean with water. Water will damage the engine or other engine components with One Step Wash and Wax ...engine warmer than normal. In order to remove brake dust and dirt, could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Never spray the engine or other engine components. • Spray Engine Shampoo and Degreaser, available at your local Mazda dealer, on your local Mazda...

Owner's Manual - Page 205

...22.5) (30) (37.5) (45) (52.5) (60) (67.5) (75) (82.5) (95) Engine coolant Replace at the recommended time or mileage (kilometrage) period to perform maintenance on these items will not void ...your emissions warranties. after that all maintenance services be changed. 205 However, Mazda recommends that , every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months I I I I CHASSIS ...

Owner's Manual - Page 207

... 28 56 32 64 36 72 40 80 44 88 48 96 (x 1000 Miles) (5) (10) (15) (20) (25) (30) (35) (40) (45) (50) (55) (60) Engine coolant Engine coolant level ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Function of all lights I I I I I I I I I I I CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections I Brake fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Disc brakes I I I Drum brakes I Tire inflation pressure...

Owner's Manual - Page 211

Air filter assembly 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 211 Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine 1 2 3 4 9 8 7 6 5 1. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Engine oil filler cap 8. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 9.

Owner's Manual - Page 213

... system may restrict the use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on volatile organic compounds may harm engine and cooling system components. The reservoir is low. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to Refill capacities in the engine coolant reservoir. Note: Do not put washer fluid in this...

Owner's Manual - Page 219

... radio stations must be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the coolant reservoir. The coolant concentration should be reset once the battery is considered normal and will... (-34° F). RE AD TU LE RN RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and water, which equates to 129° C (265...

Owner's Manual - Page 220

Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make it is a 50/50 mixture of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can be burned if you badly. If the reservoir is low or empty, add engine coolant to see...

Owner's Manual - Page 221

...; Add Mazda Premium Engine Coolant or the type of coolant and water to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. For all other liquids can be drained and refilled with an overflow system, follow these steps to the coolant. Alcohol and other vehicles, which type of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as Mazda Speciality Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Mazda...

Owner's Manual - Page 222

... been added, the coolant level in an overflow system, fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is loosened slightly. 1. Before you drive the vehicle. If you removed the radiator cap in the coolant reservoir should be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.) After any coolant has been added, run the engine for a few times you...

Owner's Manual - Page 223

... used automotive fluids in the winter months. Always dispose of the engine coolant and may harm engine and cooling system components. Severe climates If you drive in a responsible manner. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Fill your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer...

Owner's Manual - Page 224

... result in which you do not use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. If the fuel filler cap is a cancer-causing agent. ... cap to disengage in a collision, which may cause leakage and lead to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in possible personal injury. ...

Owner's Manual - Page 234

... let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be between the MIN and MAX lines. MA X MIN ... in this range. Maintenance and Specifications CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Turn the engine off. 4. It should be near the center of the normal area between the MIN and MAX lines. Refer ...

Owner's Manual - Page 245

... cooler 4X4 (Automatic) Capacity 2.7L (2.85 quarts) 2 2.2L (2.32 quarts) 2 12.7L (13.4 quarts) 3 Transfer Case Engine coolant 4 SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant API service GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Mazda green-colored or yellow-colored Premium Engine Coolant 0.35L (12 ounces) 0.35L (12 ounces) 5.0L (5.3 quarts) 4X4 (Manual) Rear axle lubricant Windshield washer fluid 1 SAE...

Owner's Manual - Page 246

... size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. DO NOT USE Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in your authorized Mazda dealer. WHEEL AND TIRE SIZES Vehicle Wheel Grade DX/DX-V6 6.5JJx16 LX-V6/ES-V6 7.0JJx16 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio 2.0L...

Owner's Manual - Page 251

... ...114 Air cleaner filter ...238-239 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system ...50 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...148 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...219 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...135-136 Anti-theft system ...85 arming the system ...85 disarming a triggered system ..86 warning light ...13 Audio...